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Assault in Bristol, Tennessee (2026)

340.3 per 100K · 27% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Bristol has a assault rate of 340.3 per 100K, which is 27% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 294 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Bristol, Tennessee is 340.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 27% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Bristol's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Bristol vs State and National Averages

Bristol
340.3
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Assault in Bristol

1 in 294

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Bristol in a given year, based on the rate of 340.3 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Bristol

C
Violent Crime460.6/100K · 27% above avg
B
Property Crime1626.5/100K · 11% below avg
C+
Murder6.1/100K · 7% above avg
D+
Robbery116.7/100K · 84% above avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Shelbyville
B-
258.1
Farragut
B-
269.3
Maryville
B-
220.9
Morristown
C
385.3
East Ridge
C+
281.6
Tullahoma
C+
277.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Bristol

How bad is assault in Bristol?
As of 2026, Bristol's assault rate of 340.3 per 100K is 27% above the national average. It ranks behind 59% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Bristol?
As of 2026, 340.3 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Bristol?
Crime rates in Bristol have been stable overall. Assault has not shown significant movement.
How does Bristol's assault compare to Tennessee?
Bristol's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 340.3 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Bristol?
Based on the rate of 340.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 294 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Bristol safe from assault?
Bristol is about average for assault. The rate of 340.3 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Bristol safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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